Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi called on Kenyans to support President William Ruto’s efforts to restore normalcy and unity in the country. Speaking during a development tour in Kwale County, Mudavadi dismissed calls for alternative governance circulating on social media, labeling them as “idle talk” and emphasizing the importance of adhering to constitutional order and the rule of law.
Mudavadi highlighted the dire situations in neighboring countries like Sudan as a cautionary example, warning against sentiments that suggest military intervention. “When a section of people who do not value peace and nationhood come out with sentiments that connotate having military intervention, we wonder if they understand what democracy means and the power that the constitution gives Kenyans to democratically elect their leaders after every five years,” he stated.
Reflecting on Kenya’s recent challenges, including the protests following the collapse of the Finance Bill, Mudavadi urged citizens to give President Ruto a chance to stabilize the country. He emphasized that supporting a democratically elected government is crucial for achieving stability and prosperity.
Mudavadi also called for unity and patriotism, stressing that any form of disunity could lead to ethnic and political divisions. “We should learn from the protests witnessed in the recent past as a wake-up call. By supporting a democratically elected government is the only way that will help us achieve stability and prosperity in our country,” he noted.
The Prime CS highlighted the need for proper mechanisms to resolve differences without resorting to actions that negatively impact innocent lives. He urged Kenyans to rally behind President Ruto to realize the transformation needed for economic growth, job creation, and industrial expansion. “We all want to see a better Kenya. We ought to rally behind the President for us to realize the transformation in our economy that will unlock the potential for the creation of jobs, expansion of industries, trade, and investment among other development goals,” Mudavadi said.
During the tour in Kwale, Mudavadi and President Ruto commissioned several development projects aimed at transforming the coastal region. These included the launch of the Jitume Digital Hub in Kinango Technical and Vocational College, the launch of Matuga Technical and Vocational College, and the laying of the foundation stone for Matuga affordable housing. They also inspected the Kwale County aggregation and industrial park, laid the foundation stone for Diani modern market, and inspected the Kinondo Farmers Cooperative Society at Kinondo Ginnery.
“These initiatives are aimed at transforming Kwale County and the whole of the coastal region. The President is determined to ensure no Kenyan and no region is left behind and we want to ask the people of Kwale and the Coast to take advantage of these projects in turning around the fortunes of this great region full of potential,” Mudavadi said.
He emphasized the region’s potential in the tourism sector and encouraged steps to support tourism as a significant contributor to economic growth. On Sunday, the leaders are expected to attend an interdenominational prayer service in Mwatate, Taita Taveta County.
Mudavadi’s call for unity and support for the President underscores the critical need for collective effort in addressing Kenya’s challenges and steering the country towards a stable and prosperous future.
